FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCE DEPARTMENT
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

9730 Child Development I (Grades 9-12) .5 Credit

Child Development I is a course designed to explore the basic principles of development for understanding infants, toddlers, and pre-school age children. This course includes the five areas of development within the various stages, health and safety issues, guidance and positive discipline, and evaluating the impact of parenting on individuals, families and society. This course is recommended for any student interested in children who may seek a career working with children or become a future parent. *This course is a prerequisite for the Child Care program at the CTC.

9732 Child Development II (10-12) .5 Credit

Prerequisite: Child Development I

Child Development II is designed to continue the exploration and understanding of childhood development. The course will introduce ways to nurture the many developmental needs of children to include communication, health and safety issues, nurturing children and helping them learn the value of play, and various child development theories. Students will demonstrate their knowledge and skills by participating in a preschool lab experience. The course is recommended for students who have passed Child Development I with at least a 77% average and plan a career in preschool, elementary, or secondary education, daycare, family counseling, social services, or health care.

9750 Culinary Arts I (Grades 10-12) .5 Credit

Culinary Arts I is a basic food preparation course. This semester course emphasizes the skills necessary for meal planning and food selection. Students are expected to taste and evaluate the foods prepared in class. The following areas will be covered: the daily food guide, measuring and using recipes, safety and sanitation, microwave cooking, preparation techniques and shopping skills. This course is recommended for those who want to learn an independent living skill.

9760 Culinary Arts II (Grades 10-12) .5 Credit

Prerequisite: Culinary Arts I

Emphasis is placed on meal management, preparation techniques, comparative shopping, entertaining and dining. This advanced course is recommended for students who enjoy cooking or those considering a foods related career. Students are expected to taste and evaluate the foods prepared in class.

9701 Life 101 (Grades 9-11) .5 Credit

Life 101 will emphasize the importance of positive human relationships in today’s changing society. It will suggest means for individuals as well as family members to meet daily living requirements including personal, financial, and time management. The course includes selected topics covered in the former Teen Living and Adult Living classes as well as new information. Topic include relationships, family interactions, management skills, and living on your own. The course is recommended for any student who wishes to be in control of their life decisions.

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